DC Manager/Warehouse Manager

About the role

Managing a 2 shift operation consisting of approximately 10-15 associates and functions within the Bloomfield Connecticut location.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of running, leading, and managing the 20 hour a day/6 day a week operation of a 50,000 sq. foot warehouse distribution center for Mattresses and other bedding products.
• Strong leadership skills are of the utmost importance
• Planning, budgeting, and effective supervision of approximately 2 Supervisors and 10-15 employees (warehouse workers and tractor-trailer driver)
• Manage small number of seasonal contracted labor and temporary employees.
• Work with Corporate Headquarters and main warehouse in Frederick, MD to ensure processes and building functionality and synergies between locations.
• Direct all dock operations to ensure efficient operations, accurate inventories and accurate manifests of all outbound loads.
• Overseeing all shifts necessary for the warehouse operations.
• Responsible for all resources to include shipping and receiving workers, drivers, trucks and motorized equipment; ensure all are properly licensed and serviced for the safest more efficient operation.
• Accountable for asset management and inventory of all company-owned products and equipment.
• Develop and recommend improvements in current warehouse procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy, safety and lower costs.
• Ensuring optimal utilization of all space within the warehouse
• Develop and implement safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment.
• Complying with all safety standards and guidelines (OSHA)
• Responsible for overseeing DOT and OSHA compliance including current forklift certified operators.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Conduct quarterly inventory
• Responsible for the security of the Distribution Center when unoccupied
• Supervise, train, evaluate and motivate all associates
• Assign and schedule associates accordingly
• Communicate with Director on a daily basis
• Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with all associates and vendors.
• Relay all fleet maintenance concerns to Leasing agent daily
• Work extended hours and days as business needs require
• Assist in recruiting, hiring, and training (basic HR duties)
• Other duties as requested

Qualifications

• Looking for someone that will own this operation and make it their own.
• Looking for someone that understands the operation is in their hands and they must work whatever shift is necessary to keep the operations running as needed.
• Fluent Communication in English. Bi-Lingual Spanish is a plus.
• Need someone that can train, educate, coach, lead and build a rock-solid team in the Bloomfield location
• Prefer a minimum of 5 years Warehouse/Distribution experience
• Prefer a minimum of 3 years Supervisory/management
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Knowledge of Material Handling Equipment
• Experience with MS Excel, Word and Outlook
• Experience with RF Guns and Inventory management systems
• Excellent attendance
• Time management and multi-tasking skills

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• Receiving Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
• Shipping Mon-Fri (Sat morning) 11pm-8am
• Some Holiday work required (business need)
• Closed Sunday
• On call
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay Types

• Bonus pay

Education

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience

• Management: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification

• Driver's License (Preferred)